Software Engineer - Chip Simulation

Job Title

Software Engineer - Chip Simulation

Role Summary

Build and maintain software simulation platforms that validate next-generation NVIDIA datacenter GPUs and networking features (NVLink, InfiniBand) prior to silicon. Enable firmware, driver, and architecture teams to develop in parallel by providing accurate, debuggable chip behavior models.

Experience Level

Mid-level — typically 3+ years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain simulation models for networking hardware features (NVLink, InfiniBand).
• Implement validation frameworks and test suites for protocol implementations.
• Create automation tools and CI/CD pipelines for regression testing and result analysis.
• Design developer-friendly simulation environments for rapid iteration and debugging.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software teams to ensure accurate chip behavior modeling.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience:

• 3+ years programming in Python and C in systems or infrastructure contexts.
• Strong debugging skills across multiple system layers and processes.
• Linux systems programming experience.
• Creative, motivated, collaborative team player.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with networking protocols (InfiniBand, RDMA, NVLink, Ethernet) or distributed systems.
• Background in hardware/firmware co-development or hardware environments.
• Familiarity with simulation, emulation, or virtualization platforms.
• Experience with CI methodology and tools (Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, pytest).
• Systems-level performance optimization experience.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent practical experience is accepted.

About the Company

Company: NVIDIA

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

NVIDIA is a global leader in accelerated computing, renowned for its innovative solutions in AI and digital twins that transform diverse industries. The company specializes in networking technologies, providing end-to-end InfiniBand and Ethernet solutions for servers and storage that optimize performance and scalability. NVIDIA serves sectors such as high-performance computing, enterprise data centers, and cloud computing, constantly reinventing its products and services to stay ahead in the market.